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(a) The image represents surgical methods of contraception. Name them. [1]
(b) How do these methods prevent pregnancy? [1]
(c) Mention an alternative to this method. [1]
[3 marks]

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a) The first image represents vasectomy and the second image represents tubectomy. [½ + ½ mark]

b) These methods block gamete transport and thereby preventing fertilisation. This which would prevent pregnancy. [1 mark]

c) An alternative to this method is the use of contraceptive pills, which inhibit ovulation and implantation as well as alter the quality of cervical mucus to prevent or retard the entry of sperms, thereby preventing pregnancy. [1 mark]

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